Breastfeeding
Substance and Alcohol Abuse
Safety
Misconceptions
Miscellaneous
100
What is colostrum and how does it benefit your baby?
This is the first milk a mother makes that is a thick, deep yellow color. It is a huge benefit for the babies immune system.
100
What is a teratogen?
A teratogen is an agent which can cause a birth defect.
100
What is SIDS?
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome is when a child under the age of one years of age unexpectedly dies.
100
True or False? Double your calories, you’re eating for two!
False. The first trimester you do not need to increase your caloric intake. The second and third trimester you should increase your caloric intake by about 300 calories (that is equivalent to a bagel and banana).
100
What is the proper way to swaddle a baby and change their diaper?
Show us how!
200
How big is the baby’s tummy? How often should a mother breast-feed a day?
At birth, the baby's stomach can digest what would fit in a hazelnut (about 1 to 2 teaspoons). Breastfeed your baby at least 8 to 12 times every 24 hours.
200
True or false? Drinking during pregnancy can cause brain damage in the fetus.
True
200
What is the most appropriate time to schedule an appointment for prenatal care?
As soon as you find out you are pregnant. The first trimester screening and physical should be done within the first 13 weeks.
200
True or False? Midwives are only about delivering babies and pregnancy.
False. Today the American College of Nurse Midwives (ACNM) recognizes midwives as the healthcare provider that can provide care from the first pelvic exam to menopause and beyond.
200
What are the best ways to hold the baby, to encourage breast-feeding?
Show us how!
300
When can I introduce new food to the baby? And when do I stop breast-feeding?
It is recommended to breastfeed for the first 6 months of your baby's life until beyond their first birthday.
300
What is a safe amount of alcohol to drink while pregnant?
There is no "safe" level of alcohol use during pregnancy. Larger amounts of alcohol appear to increase the problems.
300
How many hours should a 12 month old infant sleep?
A 12 month old infant sleeps only 12 hours every 24 hours.
300
True or False? Midwives only deliver babies at home and reject technological interventions, including obstetricians.
False. Most midwives work in collaboration with obstetricians. In abnormal cases physician becomes an integral part of the team and assists in the decision-making and management.
300
What are the priority teachings in the first trimester of pregnancy?
Taking prenatal vitamins and getting screened for any chromosomal and/or developmental abnormalities.
400
When should a mother NOT breast feed?
If you take medicine, have an illness or undergoing radiation treatment. Talk to your doctor before you begin breastfeeding.
400
What is most appropriate source of nutrients for a newborn if the mother is taking methadone for heroin cessation, breast milk or formula?
It is recommended to breastfeed your baby even if using methadone, but if a relapse of heroin occurs it is important to use formula.
400
What is failure-to-thrive syndrome?
When the process of attachment is encumbered. This is a physical sight that an infant is receiving inadequate nutrition for optimal growth and development.
400
True or False? Coffee can cause miscarriage or preterm birth.
False. It is found that 200mg of caffeine won’t cause miscarriage or preterm birth, which is about one 12-ounce cup of coffee a day
400
Where can I find local help and support when it comes to caring for my baby?
The Burdett Center in Troy offers educational programs for new care providers! Check out our resources pamphlet!
500
What are some tips that can help breast-feeding?
Learn your baby's hunger signs, keep your baby close to you, and avoid nipple confusion
500
If you smoke, drink, or use illegal drugs while pregnant will this affect the fetus?
Yes, there is no known safe amount of alcohol a woman can drink while pregnant. Alcohol and illegal drug use can cause life-long physical and behavioral problems in children, including fetal alcohol syndrome.
500
What is a way to prevent an infant from choking?
Keep small objects out of infants reach, avoid propping bottles and making large holes in nipples of the bottles to prevent aspiration of formula into the infant's lungs.
500
True or False? Eating sushi and fish is okay.
False! it is recommended to avoid uncooked fish and meats. Eating them you are putting your child at risk for developing a foodborne allergy. Even in cooked fish mercury levels are dangerously high for pregnant women.
500
Where can women turn to when they would like to seek rehabilitation treatment?
National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependency www.ncadd.org. This non-profit membership association consists programs, and agencies throughout New York State that provide alcohol and drug use disorder prevention, treatment, and research. Check out our resources pamphlet!
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